Disability and Illness

• Saadiya uses her personal experiences of Sickle Cell Anaemia to raise awareness for chronic illnesses and it's impact on daily life. • Her talks discuss overcoming challenges in the workplace, navigating relationships and advocating for health in various settings. • Saadiya's work has featured in Stylist, she has also written on navigating invisible illness at work for Black Ballad. • She has also founded The Invisible Crisis. This is an educational platform that shares the realities of navigating: the medical environment, work, friendships and life.

• Charli Clement (she/they) is an activist, writer, speaker and Lived Experience Expert, discussing disability, neurodiversity, queerness and how these topics combine. • As a proud autistic, ADHD, dyspraxic & chronically ill person, she delivers training and talks to various sectors, including prestigious organisations like the British Medical Association, NHS, and Lancaster University • Charli has featured in leading media outlets: Metro, Independent, Digital Spy, Daily Mirror, and the Unwritten. • Alongside this, Charli works in the NHS & third sector organisations on improving psychiatric care, sensory environments and human rights for autistic people.

• Molly is a nationally acclaimed activist, celebrated with awards like the Queen's Coronation Champion Award and the St David's Award for Young People. • She's your universal "big sister," addressing taboo topics and fostering empowerment at any age. • Overcoming illness and living with a benign but inoperable brain tumour, Molly's journey is about living, not just surviving. She shares her path to independence and self-accountability, inspiring others to rebuild their lives from scratch. • From menstrual cycles to women's rights, Molly offers candid discussions to foster self-assured understanding. Her advocacy empowers young minds, fostering early self-empowerment. • Her impactful activism proves anyone can be a catalyst for change and her internationally recognised campaigns highlight the power of activism and inspire action. • Molly's talks resonate with personal growth and rewriting our own narratives, encouraging positive change.

• Caitlin Rozario is co-founder of interlude, a new way for businesses and workers to supercharge their productivity through the power of high-quality work breaks. • She is determined to drive positive change in workplace culture and ultimately make work days better. • After a freak allergic reaction at university led to her becoming temporarily blind and permanently visually impaired, Caitlin learned the value of breaks for not only mental and physical wellbeing, but also high performance. • She has appeared on a number of podcasts, has written about the importance of breaks, sustainable productivity and mental health for a number of publications including Startups Magazine and Workplace Wellbeing Professional, and was recently a key speaker at WORKTECH x London Wellbeing. • A content marketer by trade and a lifelong learner. Caitlin graduated from Cambridge and UCL and recently gained her MBA from Quantic Business School.

• Leanne Maskell is an ADHD Coach, Author, and Activist, having presented to the World Health Organization on improving global access to support for ADHD. • Previously working in mental health and disability law, Leanne set up ADHD Works to empower as many people as possible to learn about how to make ADHD work for them through courses, talks, and coaching. After being diagnosed with ADHD aged 25, Leanne published 3 books, including ‘ADHD: an A to Z’, as featured on Sky News. • Leanne has trained organisations including Disney, Microsoft, Yahoo and Paperchase on understanding, supporting and harnessing ADHD in the workplace.

• Seonaid McIntosh is a World and European Champion and Britain’s most successful female rifle shooter. • She has achieved remarkable success, including winning several World Cups, World and European Championships and representing Team GB at the Tokyo 2021 Olympics. • Seonaid's passion for her sport is matched only by her passion for learning. Alongside her full-time sporting career Seonaid had managed to graduate with three degrees. • This commitment to excellence makes her a true inspiration to those aiming for peak performance.

• Tanya is the Founder of Championing Youth Minds and pioneer for youth mental health. • Struggling with mental health challenges due to long-term disabilities, Fibromyalgia, and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Tanya is a passionate advocate for mental health and disability education, especially within the South Asian community. • Her unique insights focus on educating workplaces and educational institutions about cultural competency and its relationship with other intersectional identities such as mental health, suicide, disability, race and gender. • As a suicide survivor, she shares her story passionately and has been an important force in the UK’s largest suicide prevention initiative Baton of Hope UK. • Tanya's impactful journey has taken her to global platforms, including speaking engagements at the University of Michigan, TEDxUniversity of Sussex and The Economist's Innovation@Work. • Her accolades include the Diana Award 2023, a Points of Light winner awarded by the Prime Minister, a finalist at the National Diversity Awards 2022, and recognition as GenZ Founder of the Year 2021.

• Alfie is an experienced and passionate public speaker aiming to raise awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorder, acceptance of each others differences and the plight facing the species he photographs. • Alfie is honoured to have spoken at Photo London on behalf of Nikon, at The Royal Photographic Society, and at numerous schools, conferences and charity fundraising events. • His recent work is included in Wild Isles, Sir David Attenborough's latest series which launched in March 2023.

• Jess is on a mission to create inclusive environments for those with a neurological difference such as ADHD, autism and dyslexia - from schools to the workplace, and beyond. • As a proud ADHDer and parent to wonderful neurodiverse children, Jess firmly believes that to create truly inclusive societies we must all accept and embrace our neuro-diversities. • She uses her lived experience and the power of storytelling to deliver unforgettable, neurodiversity-affirming talks. • Jess is a staunch advocate for reframing the narrative around neurodiversity. • She has delivered talks and spoken on panels for Accenture, The Adecco Group, Virgin Media, Capgemini, Coulter Partners and more.

• Nick Jemetta is on a mission to make work better. He partners organisations to grow collective resilience, wellbeing, engagement, and productivity. • Nick sparks change in people by cultivating the human skills for line managers, teams, and individuals to flourish. • Drawing on 17 years of corporate experience, and his journey from teenage introvert to business owner (via media stardom and corporate burnout!), Nick knows the importance of being more human. • He is a multi-award-winning mental health campaigner, disarming speaker, trainer, and facilitator who can cover a range of different topics for all audiences.

• Joel Gujral is the Founder & CEO of mental health platform MYNDUP which offers everything from Therapy and Psychology to Counselling and Coaching. • He started the company with £105 and grew it to a £25m business in 2.5 years raising £5m of funding along the way. • Joel founded MYNDUP in April 2019 after his own mental health struggles whilst working at a global finance company and set up MYNDUP to help others who were struggling to access the right support. • He has also won several awards during his entrepreneurial journey including: CVC Young Innovator Awards 2020, Barclays Start-up Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2021 and Tech Nation Rising Stars 4.0 2022 to name a few.

• Drawing from his lived experience and a creative spirit, Joe has transformed his journey through grief into a source of inspiration. • Joe has left a mark with his powerful poetic keynote talks at esteemed organisations such as the BBC, Lloyds Banking Group and Downing Street. • Joe's unique approach to storytelling has led him to pick up the prestigious 2023 Storyteller of the Year award, recognising his ability to discuss topics in a way that feels most human. • Beyond the workplace, Joe's message is a vital conversation starter for younger generations, shedding light on a topic often avoided or approached with uncertainty.

• Petra's passion for mental health advocacy stems from her tumultuous past. Raised in a notorious cult, she overcame addiction, depression, and anxiety, emerging as a powerful speaker and psychotherapist. Her personal triumph is a testament to the resilience she now inspires in others. • Having experienced toxic work environments, Petra is on a mission to change the world of work. Through dynamic talks, she challenges conventional well-being norms, promoting positive psychology, elite performance, and resilient team building. • Petra's captivating talks have graced prestigious stages worldwide, including PwC, Channel 4, Monzo Bank, and Havas Lynx group.

• Nick Elston, an award-winning inspirational speaker on the lived experience of mental health, is globally recognised for his impactful talks. Named Speaker & Influencer 2023, Nick engages audiences in conferences, boardrooms, and even prisons with his powerful insights. • Renowned for his 'BIG man, BIG heart, BIG story & BRUTAL honesty,' his talks are described as utterly engaging and inspirational, blending personal experiences seamlessly with practical insights. • Nick shares his journey dealing with Mental Illness, Mental Ill-Health, and Breakdown and has spoken to the likes of American Express, BBC, Lloyds Banking Group and KFC to name a few. • Nick reshapes mental health discussions, emphasising engagement and its transformative impact. By exploring the influence of anxiety on success, he encourages breaking free from comfort zones.